How many syllables in “workmate”?
syllables in "workmate"
Word details
Syllables
2
work · mate
Letters
8
w · o · r · k · m · a · t · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “workmate”
The word “workmate” contains 2 syllables, divided as work · mate. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "workmate" have?
"workmate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "workmate" into syllables?
"workmate" is divided into syllables as: work · mate.
What is the Scrabble score for "workmate"?
The Scrabble score for "workmate" is 17 points.
Using “workmate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "workmate" (work · mate) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “workmate” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “workmate”
The letters in “workmate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: teamwork.